Candy Couture

So I have been a true fan of Project Runway since it began on Bravo ten seasons ago.  I have heard Tim Gunn say “Make it work” to over 145 contenders.  I’m happy to say that Season 10 has yet to disappoint on the fashion drama that it’s known to deliver.  It should be no surprise that my favorite challenges are ones that incorporate the use of food, especially candy, so I was ecstatic when Episode 2, Candy Couture, aired.  Candy plus fashion makes for a very happy Leah!

First off, I don’t understand how they were actually able to create wearable pieces and didn’t just eat everything instead.  If I competed, I would only have enough material left over to make a pair of earrings for my model, or I’d be forced to only use black licorice so I wouldn’t be tempted to indulge.  Sorry Swatch, but I’d be happy to switch out Mood for Dylan’s Candy Bar any day!

While watching the runway show, it was clear in my opinion who the Top 3 and Bottom 3 would be.  You don’t go into the unconventional material challenge and use conventional materials (i.e. an umbrella and rain boots!).  Have you ever even seen this show Lantie?!

Gunnar’s, Sonjia’s, and Ven’s ensembles were all so chic, that you could barely even tell they were made out of sweets, putting them at the top.  It was close, but Ven stole the win with his “stained glass” rock candy dress.  Stunning.  But I’m still loving Sonjia’ gummy shark bib!

I was also partial to this challenge since a good friend of mine’s younger sister, Jaime Barker, actually participated in the Savannah College of Art and Design’s competition with Dylan’s Candy Bar during Fashion’s Night Out back in 2010.  Jaime made the most jaw-dropping, or shall I say jaw-breaking, dress and won 1st place in the competition!

Auf Wiedersehen til next time!

Xo

Leah